Contract Electrical Designer - Microstation

KBR, Inc; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s Infrastructure Solutions business is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer / Drafter to join our team for a minimum of 9 months. This role produces electrical design drawings using MicroStation and collaborates with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant packages for major infrastructure and rail projects.

Reporting to the Design Lead, you will manage drawings, coordinate with civil and structural teams, and ensure compliance with Australian Standards.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in electrical drafting and design in a consultancy environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MicroStation.
• Experience using AutoCAD is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards and design documentation practices.
• Experience within infrastructure environments, preferably rail or transport projects.
• Exposure to ProjectWise or willingness to develop capability in this platform.
• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Design, Drafting or related discipline.
• Full Australian Working Rights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop electrical design drawings and documentation using MicroStation.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated design solutions.
• Produce accurate and high-quality design documentation in accordance with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate and integrate electrical designs with civil, structural and other engineering disciplines.
• Manage drawing revisions and maintain document control processes.
• Support the delivery of infrastructure and transport projects through all project phases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and efficient project delivery.
• Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and external clients.

Skills

Electrical drafting

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil/Engineering coordination

ProjectWise

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Engineering Design

Drafting

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

ProjectWise

Job description

Title: Contract Electrical Designer - Microstation KBR’s Infrastructure Solutions business employs over 1,400 people across Australia. Our strong project delivery record, industry reputation and trusted partnerships have driven significant growth, creating outstanding career development and project opportunities for our people. We’re known for our collaborative “One Team” culture and our commitment to working closely with clients and construction partners to achieve exceptional results. Our open, inclusive environment ensures people are valued, supported and able to thrive. By joining KBR, you become part of a team that works together, shares common values and is united in delivering great outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer / Drafter to join our collaborative and high-performing team for a minimum of 9 months. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated drafting professional who enjoys working in multidisciplinary environments and wants to contribute to the delivery of major infrastructure and rail projects. The Opportunity Reporting to the Design Lead, you will be responsible for producing high-quality electrical design documentation and drawings, working closely with engineers, designers and other discipline teams to deliver project outcomes. You will play a key role in the development, coordination and delivery of electrical design packages, ensuring compliance with project requirements, Australian Standards and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop electrical design drawings and documentation using MicroStation.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated design solutions.
• Produce accurate and high-quality design documentation in accordance with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate and integrate electrical designs with civil, structural and other engineering disciplines.
• Manage drawing revisions and maintain document control processes.
• Support the delivery of infrastructure and transport projects through all project phases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and efficient project delivery.
• Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and external clients.

About You

• Substantial experience in electrical drafting and design across a consultancy environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MicroStation.
• Experience using AutoCAD will be highly regarded.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards and design documentation practices.
• Experience within infrastructure environments, preferably rail or transport projects.
• Exposure to ProjectWise or a willingness to develop capability in this platform.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Design, Drafting or a related discipline.
• Full Australian Working Rights

What We're Looking For

• Strong technical drafting and design coordination skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• The ability to exercise sound judgement and apply technical knowledge independently.
• Effective problem-solving capability and a solutions-focused mindset.
• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to work across multiple disciplines.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new software, technologies and design practices.

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